Dr. Vahid Niki, DDS
ENDODONTIST
For Dr. Niki, the most rewarding aspect of his profession is helping patients conquer their overwhelming fear of root canals. Countless times, patients leave their appointment amazed, saying, “That’s it? You’re finished? I didn’t feel anything!” He takes great pleasure in providing a soothing and comfortable experience for those in pain. If you need root canal treatment, he can offer you the same level of care and reassurance. Interested in learning more about him? Just keep reading below.
Background
Dr. Niki is an esteemed dental professional with a distinguished academic and clinical background. He completed his Endodontic Residency at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he also earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, graduating Magna Cum Laude and being inducted into the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) Dental Honor Society. Additionally, Dr. Niki holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacological Chemistry from the University of California, San Diego, graduating with a perfect 4.0 GPA and membership in Phi Beta Kappa.
His exceptional academic accomplishments and dedication to dental excellence have been recognized through numerous awards, including the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Award, UCLA School of Dentistry Comprehensive Patient Care Award, Biomaterials Science Award, Robert P. Thye Dental Alumni Association Award, Student Scholarships & Fellowships Fund, and the UC Regents Scholarship.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Niki has made significant contributions to dental education as a clinical faculty member at NYU Langone Dental Medicine in San Diego, CA. In this role, he provided chairside consultation and hands-on guidance to Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residents. Dr. Niki is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of patient care and mentoring the next generation of dental professionals.